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Rats and horses can’t vomit.

If you sneeze too hard, you can fracture a rib.

I you keep your eyes open by force, they will pop out.

It is physically impossible for pigs to look up into the sky.

If you try to suppress a sneeze, you can rupture a blood vessel in your head or neck and die.

The “sixth sick sheik’s sixth sheep’s sick” is said to be the toughest tongue twister in the English language.

Recently, on February 17, 2012,   Tatum Middle School travel to Waskom Schools to compete in the District Academy UIL meet. TMS brought back 1^st place overall.   Here are the Results:

7th Grade

Calculator Keyli Curinutt - 1^st

 Editorial Writing:   Destiny Tovar - 2^nd, Hunter Crowley - 3^rd, and Danielle Reeves - 4^th.

 Listening Skills:   Nick Ray - 2^nd ,  Allen Morrison - 4th and the team  won  2^nd .

Maps, Graphs,& Charts:    Ryan Gibson - 1^st , Nick Jackson– 2^nd and the  team won  1^st

Math:   Allen Morrison - 5^th

Modern Oratory:   Cierra Keltner - 2^nd

Number Sense Jason McBride - 1^st ; Terri Hawks - 6^thand the team won 3^rd

Oral Reading:  Will LeGrand  –  1st.

Ready Writing-  Destanie Tovar - 2^nd

Science:   Terri Hawks - 2^nd , Allen Morrison - 3^rd.and the team  won 2^nd

Spelling:   Chandler Young - 1^st,  Kacia Johnson - 5^th and the team won 1^st

8^th Grade

Calculator:   Nadia Hill - 1st, JD Taylor - 2^ndand the team won 2^nd

Dictionary Skills:   Alexus Freeney - 3^rd and the team won 2^nd

Editorial Writing:   Lexie McAlister - 6^th

Spelling:   Lexie McAlister - 2^nd,  Shelby Brown - 5^th and the team won 2^nd

Modern Oratory:   Tina Worke - 1^st,  Morgan Langlinais - 3^rd

Number Sense:   Lorenzo Luna - 1^st. Shelby Brown tied for 2^nd, Paco Lozoya - 5^th and the team won 1^st

Oral Reading:   Savannah Wood - 1^st

Ready Writing:   Lexie McAlister - 3^rd

Impromptu Speaking:   Nadia Hill - 1^st ; Jordan Medford - 6^th

Maps Graphs & Charts:    Savannah Wood - 4^th  and the team won 3^rd

Math:    Kevin Rith - 3^rd

Do you love to run? What about throw? How about jumping? Well all theses things can be done in a sport know as track. There’s so many things you can do! Let’s start with throwing. In throwing events there is shot-put and discus. These thing are great for people who don’t really like running or just want to! Then there is jumping! Jumping can mean several different things in track. It can mean hurdles, long jump, high jump, triple jump, or if your a dare-devil pole-vaulting! These events are really challenging so if you’ve got heart and determination you can do it! Now the main event is RUNNING! Running have many events so here are a few. There is 400m relay, 800m relay, 100m dash and 200m dash! If you ever want to try one of these things just talk to our coaches, Coach Smith, Coach Nelson, or Coach Parker!

      Hot off the press – Tatum Middle School has a New Drama Club!  Their first meeting will be the first Monday of February.   Until then,  just drop by the middle school office so you can sign up for it!  Drama Club isn’t just for those who competed in One Act Play. Whether you’ve ever done a play or not, you can be in drama club…..all you need is an interest in the performing arts.  Drama club isn’t just for the outspoken,  even if you might be a little shy, Drama Club could be the right thing for you.  It’s a great way to meet new people and make new friends.  There are different types of Drama Clubs that date all the way back to Ancient Greek time. Theater is a way for actors and actress to come together and show what how they are able to express themselves. Some people might just like watching  plays, but when your in the play you get to see how the story unfolds and understand why things happen.

Sign up today!!

If you have any questions, drop  by and ask Mrs. Mize about it.  She will be getting a schedule together and we hope you can fit it into your schedule.  Drama Club is so much fun; you don’t even have to tryout.

The  Holiday  Hoop  Fest  is  back  in  Tatum  Middle  School so lets all Hoop It Up with the Student Council!  This year’s ” Hoop It Up” will take place  on  December  16,  2011.  Each year we put on the Holiday Hoop Fest to raise money to help our local angel tree purchase christmas for needy families.  All of the proceeds go to the Angel Tree along with any donations that anyone would like to bring on that day as well.  If  you  want  to  watch  the  basketball tournament  the cost is only one dollar to come join us.  To  be  in  the  tournament  the fee is five dollars per person on the team.  There  has  to  be  two  girls  and  two  boys  on one  team,  you  may  have  an  alternate player. Student Coucil will have the concession  stand open as well, so  you  can  enjoy  a  tasty  snack  as  you are  watching  the  tournament. The  Holiday  Hoop  Fest  is  a  very  special  occasion  because  we  get  to  have  fun,  enjoy  watching  or  playing  basketball,  and  be a part  of  something  Amazing!  All  the  money raised  will  be  used to  take  three  to  four  families  Christmas  shopping!   I’m pretty sure they would be very grateful for your donation!  You only  have  to  do  two  things, watch the  tournament  or  play  in  it  and  your  still  helping  out!  :)  Let’s  be  a  part  of  something  big  and  raise  lots  of  money  for  the  families. “It’s better to Give than Recieve!”

 ”Music is the poetry of the air,” is a beautiful quote given from Richter. Band is the collaboration of  many people who enjoy the same passion, of music. Some might enjoy band and some enjoy all the places you get to go experience, but you have to do hard work . Just because you enjoy band does mean you just love music, but you’re showing pride for your school. On December the 15th, the Middle School Band will have their Christmas Concert. One of the most exciting things they have done this year is play at pep-rallies. Now, the band is working on their Christmas pieces. Mr. Parker said “The huge problem that we have in band now is preparing student for the personal discipline and drive that it takes to be a part of marching band.”  The band has been working hard for the Christmas concert.  The pieces are know well, so when you come you’ll be able sing-along with the music.  Come out on the 15th of December to the middle school band concert.    You can also stay for the High School Band.

     This year our Tatum Middle School cast and crew  is back again! Our One Act Play team will be traveling to Waskom, TX on Decemeber 6. The cast only has about a few days left until competition. They have been working very hard to master the 30 to 40 minute play. The cast has had rehearsal almost everyday this month. The team has even have rehearsals on Saturday.The rehearsals are closed to the public because there will be a distractions so the cast cankeep focus. Also the cast and crew usually haves 2 months until competition, and this year they only had 7 weeks to prepare before  going to Waskom. Shelby Brown said “We haven’t figured out a date to perform for the school, but we will perform on the 3rd of December for our families only.” The families must be very happy. One act play is just a simple little play that introduces theater to Middle Schoolers. Irias Barrera’s character of the play doesn’t fit her personality because her character is a tad bit more clever then she is and is always trying to figure everybody out. Before One  Act Play is over the cast and crew will  be like second family and we certainly wish them well

     The results is Tatum 2nd place out of four schools. Congrates! They also received individual rewards. Lane Sullivan got “Best Actor.” Lois Austin got “Honorable Mention.” Marissa Varner, Jason McBride, and Keyli Curnutt got “All Star Cast.” Wow, great job everyone! The cast and crew will be performing for the school on Tuesday, December 13. Hope you enjoy “The Magic Well.” Just one more congratulation to the following students:

Cast

Lane Sullivan

Lois Austin

Jason McBride

Marissa Varner

Kelyi Curuntt

Cullen Combs

Irais Barrera

Maegan Swartout

Madison Baker

Madison Cichoracki

Shelby Brown

Tegan Lemons

Yazmine Sanchez

Crew

Amanda Zahn- Lights

Rhea Sparks- Stage Manager 

Janeth Esquivel- Sound

I heard you all did a great job at Waskom. Maybe because I, Amanda Zahn was there

Our FCA members are starting a fundraiser for our Soldiers that are fighting for the U.S. We will be assisting the Rusk County Extension Office with collecting Non-Perishable items. Let’s make the Holidays a little brighter for the troops this year and help by donating Non-Perishable Items. The 1^st period class from 7^th and 8^th grade that collects the most items, will be rewarded with breakfast, compliments of FCA. Let the competition begin and may our troops feel our support from Tatum Middle School! Our troops don’t get to spend Christmas or Thanksgiving with their families because they are figthing for us. So give your love and support to our Great Troops that are fighting for us. Collection for items started on November 7^th and ends on December 2^nd.

 Items we need for the Goodie Boxes for our Soldiers!

Rubber Band                                                   Deck of Cards
Hard Candy                                                    Cookies
Hot Chocolate                                                 Ramen Noodles
Inspirational Paperback                                  Fly trap (small)
Lunch to go                                                     Crew Socks
Cheap dust masks                                            Magazines
Sports T- Shirts                                              Note Cards
Stationery                                                      Stamp
Comedy DVD’s                                               Tooth Brushes
Soccer or Footballs                                       Toothpaste
Comic Books                                                  Baby Wipes
Board Games                                                 Peanuts
Dental Floss                                                  Gummies
Head Warmers                                            Trail Mix
Frisbees                                                     Microwave Popcorn
Electrical Tape                                          Beef Jerky
                 Chap Stick                                                Texas Souvenir Items ( T-Shirts, etc)
Pens & Paper                                             All Occasion Cards
Hand-held games                                      Disposable Razors
Small Hand Sanitizer                                Crackers (PB or Cheese)
Gum                                                        Instant Oatmeal

Tuna and Chicken to go

This year will be the second year that Coach Parker has sponsored FCA.  She fellowships with kids at Tatum Middle School telling them about FCA. FCA stands for Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Our first few meetings have included information on what FCA means and how  FCA works , as well as topics like “Are You Faking It” and “Are You Real with God or Not.” Student reflected on if their actions match their words and how their relationship with God can impact their lives.  Coach Parker led students in our 1st devotion and student will share their own devotion in the meetings to come.  This week Alexus Freeney is going to lead us in devotion. The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is touching millions of lives… one heart at a time. “Since 1954, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes has been challenging coaches and athletes on the professional, college, high school, junior high and youth levels to use the powerful medium of athletics to impact the world for Jesus Christ. FCA is the largest Christian sports organization in America, focusing on serving local communities by equipping, empowering and encouraging people to make a difference for Christ. The mission of FCA is to present to athletes and coaches and all whom they influence the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, serving Him in their relationships and in the fellowship of the church. The FCA vision  is to see the world impacted for Jesus Christ through the influence of athletes and coaches. The Values of FCA is our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.” -WWW.FCA.ORG   FCA meetings are every Wednesday at noon, students are encouraged to grab a bite and drop on by and join in our fellowship.

Our life skills group went on a trip this summer..To where?.. San Antonio. Yes, I said San Antonio! They left our Tatum Campus May 31st at 8:00 a.m. :O Mrs. Broussard said they didnt sleep the whole way there. I mean, why not, since they had to get up so early. Oh, I know.. It’s because they were too excited to sleep. When the bus finally stopped, they were in Austin at the State Capital! They delivered a letter to the capital!!!! They also got a tour of the WHOLE building. They saw a bunch of amazing artifacts and paintings, the one thing they didn’t get to see was our Texas Governor Rick Perry.   Oh well, they at least got an amazing tour of the capital by one crazy tour guide. They laughed, and giggled at her making her crazy faces, and telling them the history behind the state. Out the door, and on the bus they went. The kids loaded on the bus and went to the Comfort inn and suites in San Antonio, Texas. They said it was a really nice hotel and they very much enjoyed there stay. Once they all got settled in, into their rooms they went for a swim. The kids had a blast, splashing, swimming, and trying to “outdo” one another with there amazing tricks. The pool was an indoor pool. “I’m pretty sure this was there favorite part of the trip.” says Mrs. Broussard. After they all went for a splash they were too exhusted to do anything else, so they went to bed. Rise and shine, they woke up the next morning and got ready. Ater they got dressed, they all went and ate at the breakfast buffet in the hotel. I heard the food was pretty good! After breakfast they went to Morgan’s Wonderland. Morgan’s Wonderland is an amusement park for handicaped kids. But they proved everyone that they are just like evryone else and can have fun just like every other person in this world.The kids said that it was a cool and exciting place to be at.
They said they had LOTS of fun. Mrs. Broussard said that the train ride was everyones favorite ride.! While they were still at Morgan’s Wonderland they had a picnic lunch. It was to hot so they found a place in the shade to sit down and cool off.  Once they got done with there picnic they went on a tour of the Alamo.The Alamo was just like the pictures they saw when they studied the Alamo in Mrs. Broussard’s class. They said there tour guide told them the most amazing story abou the Battle of the Alamo. After they took a tour of the Alamo they ate dinner at the river-walk in San Antonio. They said it was an exciting place to eat ate, there was music playing, people eating, people walking, and shopping all around them. They went on a river boat tour of the river walk in San Antonio. They said that the boat ride was so much fun, but even better since Keith got to go.  Keith served as our captain on the river boat tour! After the river boat tour they went back to the hotel. Some of the kids went back to the room and shut there eyes and fell into a good sleep. The rest went for ANOTHER swim! Once they got done swimming one last time in the beautiful hotel, they went to sleep. Rise and Shine, they woke up on there last day of the trip and ate breakfast. Once they all got there stuff packed and loaded on the bus they went to the San Antonio Zoo. ” It was a gigantic zoo.” says Mrs. Broussard. They saw tons of beautiful creatures and thought they walked a million miles by the time they were done. On the way home they ate at Cracker Barrel n San Marcus, Texas. After, there tummies were full off there lunch, they finally were on there way home from the amazing trip. On there long ride home some fell asleep, and the rest stayed awake.. (Drenched in sweat, Why we may ask? Cause the air conditioning went out.) They said it was a long ride home. but over all they had a Super Fantastic Fun time on there trip to San Antonio, Texas.